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I’d Wondered How A Michael Sequel Would Address The MJ Allegations, And Someone Asked Jaafar Jackson

How would his story continue?

Cinemablend

'Michael' makes its exclusive streaming debut on Starz today — here's how to watch it

Looking to watch 'Michael' at home? Antoine Fuqua's hit Michael Jackson biopic just landed on streaming, and here's how to watch it.

Tom’s Guide

'Michael 2': Sequel to Michael Jackson biopic teased with production beginning soon

This year's blockbuster Michael Jackson biopic, which hit $1 billion at the box office, is officially getting a sequel, with production starting later in 2026 or early 2027.

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The More I Think About It, I Wish Michael Took A Cue From Another Biopic

The film really could've benefitted from this.

Cinemablend

Michael Has Been A Major Success, But How Has That Impacted The Jackson Family?

Michael Jackson's relatives reportedly have strong feelings.

Cinemablend

Netflix pauses production on new Denzel Washington film due to budget concerns

Film was slated to star Washington as the famous Carthaginian war general

The Independent UK

How Much Of Michael Jackson’s Voice Is In The Biopic? Here’s What The Filmmakers Told Us

In case you were curious...

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Spike Lee defends Michael Jackson biopic over omission of abuse allegations

Lee, who has directed singer’s 1996 music video, says he saw the biopic twice

The Independent UK

Spike Lee Loves Michael, And He Has Thoughts About Critics Panning The Movie

The Oscar-winning filmmaker is weighing in.

Cinemablend

Michael movie sequel gets major update

A sequel to Michael Jackson movie Michael is likely to start filming "this year or next", according to Adam Fogelson, the head of the Lionsgate movie studio.

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‘A profound depiction’: Michael Jackson fans support divisive biopic as film smashes records

The long-delayed film has fans dancing in the aisles and has taken more than $200m at the box office

The Guardian - US

When is 'Michael' coming to streaming? Here's our best guess

Waiting to watch 'Michael' at home? Here's when we think Antoine Fuqua's hit Michael Jackson biopic might come to streaming services.

Tom’s Guide

‘A false narrative around a paedophile’: Michael Jackson biopic criticised by Leaving Neverland director

Dan Reed says the film recasts abuse allegations as lies and sidesteps Jackson’s relationships with children

The Guardian - UK

Michael star Nia Long admits reshoots were 'heartbreaking'

Michael star Nia Long admits the reshoots that completely reshaped the Michael Jackson biopic were "heartbreaking" but she's "very happy" with how the film turned out.

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Antoine Fuqua thought Jafaar Jackson WAS Michael Jackson

Michael director Antoine Fuqua got interested in the movie when he mistook a picture of Jafaar Jackson for an old photo of Michael Jackson.

Cinemablend

After Fans Wondered About Michael Getting A Sequel, Exec Addresses Whether ‘More Story Can’ Be Told

A sequel could go where the first didn’t.

The Guardian - UK

Michael smashes UK records for biggest biopic opening

Michael Jackson biopic debuted with £11.6m at the UK box office – almost double achieved by next-best Bohemian Rhapsody

International Business Times UK

Why Did Michael Jackson Biopic Skip 1993 Lawsuit as Filmmakers Consider Sequel to Cover Later Years

The Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' omits the 1993 lawsuit due to legal restrictions, focusing instead on his rise to fame. The film faced major reshoots, leading to financial losses.

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Jaafar Jackson's feet bled from intense commitment to Michael

Jaafar Jackson pushed himself to the limits for his role in Michael.

Cinemablend

Michael's Director Says The Same Thing Happened On The Biopic That Happened When Will Smith Slapped Chris Rock Ahead Of His Last Movie

Talk about the worst possible timing.

Cinemablend

Michael's 'Thriller' Moment Almost Wasn't Perfect, Until The Movie Made One Wild Last-Minute Change

The Michael filmmakers talked to us about recreating 'Thriller'.

International Business Times UK

Michael Breaks Biopic Record With £174M Global Debut Despite Critic Backlash

The biopic 'Michael' breaks box office records with a $217 million global debut, despite mixed reviews, showcasing Michael Jackson's lasting cultural impact.

The Guardian - AU

Michael moonwalks to $217m opening weekend, shattering box office records for a biopic

Michael Jackson biopic has shrugged off controversy, bad reviews and a troubled production to take $217m worldwide, including $97m in North America

The Guardian - UK

Bad movies, good business: how sanitised biopics became a Hollywood staple

As interest in the lives of celebrities has intensified, we have become acclimatised to them curating and mercilessly monetising their image

Salon

The distinct unease of "Michael"

Antoine Fuqua's "Michael" movie is fittingly odd, but not for the reasons you might expect

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